Learning Support Assistant

Measham CofE Primary School

Learning Support Assistant

Fixed Term contract 30 hours per week until 19.08.26

Pay Grade 5

Salary per annum £25,191.00 to £25,590.00 (pro rata £17,481.00 - £18,156.00)

An exciting opportunity has become available at Measham Primary School part of Rise Multi Academy Trust.

The post will provide support for teaching and learning and will include predominantly close working with individual pupils alongside working in classes and small groups. The role includes supporting children’s social and emotional needs. You may also deliver individualized programmes of support to children to develop their emotional literacy. The ability and willingness to work throughout school from Pre-School to Year 6’s is essential.

Full job description is available.

A successful candidate will require GCSE Grade C/4 in Maths and English or equivalent and a Teaching Assistant Qualification is desirable. We are looking for someone who demonstrates empathy with young people and can also demonstrate the ability to work effectively as part of a team and individually using good interpersonal skills. Must be able to follow direction well as well as using initiative to support learning.

If you have any queries regarding the vacancy or the application process, please contact the office on O1530 271019. 

Close Date: Monday 23rd February 2026

Interview Date: TBC

Rise Multi Academy Trust is committed to promoting equality, valuing diversity and creating a scandalously inclusive Trust. We are determined to ensure all our stakeholders flourish and succeed. We aim to foster a culture where all are valued and respected. We acknowledge and celebrate all protected characteristics. We endeavour to remove all barriers to learning and participation. Our ED&I Policy and objectives are integral to all that we do. Our vision for ED&I is simple, we aim to create an environment where everyone has a seat at the table, where everyone has a voice and where everyone belongs.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An offer of employment will be subject to the receipt of a satisfactory enhanced level DBS disclosure with a children’s barred list check, two satisfactory references (these will be requested if you are shortlisted) and successful completion of vetting.

Rise Multi Academy Trust is a Disability Confident employer and are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and candidates with a disability who meet the essential job criteria will be given an opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at interview.